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Seven local recipients of King Charles III Coronation Medals

il The Coronation of King Charles III was celebrated at the Drumheller Legion on Thursday, June 5, as seven community-minded residents of the Battle River-Crowfoot Riding were presented with the Coronation medal.MP for Battle River-Crowfoot Damien Kurek made… Read More
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St. Anthony’s holds graduation ceremonies

Students, faculty, dignitaries and families gathered at the St. Anthony’s School Gymnasium as a cohort of young Drumhellerites crossed the threshold into their next adventure in life.St. Anthony’s School held its annual graduation ceremonies on Saturday… Read More
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Measles confirmed in Hanna

Alberta Health Services (AHS) has been notified of a person with confirmed measles in Hanna who has been in a public setting while infectious. Additional locations may be released if necessary.Individuals who were in the Hanna Health Care Centre, on 904… Read More
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Bourrie picks Juno winner

A Drumheller man had the honour to be an adjudicator for Canada’s top music prize, and the best part, his selection won.Geoff Bourrie, owner of Jurraisc Ink and one of the key organizers of the Loud as Hell Heavy Metal Festival in Drumheller, was picked by… Read More
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Man sentenced in historic sexual assault case

A man received a suspended sentence of two years less one day in a historic case of Indecent Assault in the Alberta Court of Justice in Drumheller on Friday, May 23.The man, who cannot be identified, entered a guilty plea to one charge of indecent assault… Read More
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Public meeting for Delia residents following Viability Review

While the Village of Delia has overwhelmingly voted to remain a village after a Viability Review was completed, now the hard work begins.On April 23, 92 percent of the eligible voters in Delia voted to remain a village. Harold Johnsrude was appointed official… Read More
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Bleriot Ferry temporarily closed until end of June

Those looking to take the scenic route along the Red Deer River via the Dinosaur Trail loop will need to find an alternate route across the river as the Bleriot Ferry will remain closed until the end of June 2025 due to ongoing work.Work to repair dents and… Read More
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Three running in Olds-Didsbury-Three Hills by-election

A by-election for the riding of Olds-Didsbury-Three Hills has been called, and already there are three candidates lined up to vie for the seat.The Mail reported in its May 14 edition that MLA for the riding and Speaker of the House, Nathan Cooper, resigned… Read More
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Kneehill County donates retired fire trucks to communities in need

Kneehill County Council proudly joined representatives from the Alberta Society for Firefighters Abroad – Project Paraguay to celebrate the donation of two decommissioned fire trucks.“The donation of these trucks is so meaningful to these communities in… Read More
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Teacherages help school divisions retain staff

With housing being a critical barrier to school divisions hiring and retaining teachers, Prairie Land Public School Division (PLSD) has been using teacherages to help fill that gap.Teacherages are residential properties owned or operated by the school… Read More

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Man sentenced in historic sexual assault case

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A man received a suspended sentence of two years less one day in a historic case of Indecent Assault in the Alberta Court of Justice in Drumheller on Friday, May 23.The man,…

Public meeting for Delia residents following Viability Review

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While the Village of Delia has overwhelmingly voted to remain a village after a Viability Review was completed, now the hard work begins.On April 23, 92 percent of the…

Bleriot Ferry temporarily closed until end of June

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Those looking to take the scenic route along the Red Deer River via the Dinosaur Trail loop will need to find an alternate route across the river as the Bleriot Ferry will…

Three running in Olds-Didsbury-Three Hills by-election

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A by-election for the riding of Olds-Didsbury-Three Hills has been called, and already there are three candidates lined up to vie for the seat.The Mail reported in its May 14…

Kneehill County donates retired fire trucks to communities in need

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Kneehill County Council proudly joined representatives from the Alberta Society for Firefighters Abroad – Project Paraguay to celebrate the donation of two decommissioned…

Teacherages help school divisions retain staff

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With housing being a critical barrier to school divisions hiring and retaining teachers, Prairie Land Public School Division (PLSD) has been using teacherages to help fill…

Boogie-ing down the aisle

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There was lots of fun and excitement at this year’s Boogie in the Badlands, but would anyone expect an engagement?On Saturday, May 24, Downtown Drumheller was packed with…

Local high school students explore potential futures at Special Areas

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Over 170 high-school students from across the region explored potential careers at Special Areas this past April.Prairie Land School Division partnered with Special Areas…

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Rumsey swimmer provincials bound

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A Rumsey swimmer has qualified for provincials and posting personal bests as he goes along.Eddie Boyd, 12, has been swimming with the Stettler Tsunamis for the last three…

4th annual Drumheller Valley Challenge Cup cricket match returns

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The Drumheller Cricket Association is inviting the community to come and check out some cricket action at the 4th annual Drumheller Valley Challenge Cup.The Club is hosting a…

Saints win league championship

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The St. Anthony's Saints junior high boys basketball team have won their league championship after an exciting match versus their crosstown rival DVSS.The league championship…

Senior Boys Dynos wrap up season at Zones

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The DVSS Senior Boys basketball team wrapped up their season last Saturday hosting Zones.The Dynos hosted eight teams at the 2A Zone Championship on Friday and Saturday,…

Dragons face Canmore in first round of playoffs

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The Dragons ended the regular season with an important win over the top team in the league.The Dragons were on home ice in front of 917 fans on Friday, March 14 to close out…

U11 Raptors capture title banner at home

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The U11 T6 Drumheller Canalta Raptors claimed a league victory at home on Sunday afternoon, March 2 and hoisted the banner high. The Raptors have been playing great hockey…

U18 Raptors advance to Semifinals

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The U18 React/ DT Fire Raptors are into the postseason and eclipsed the Olds Grizzys through the first round.The Raptors finished up the regular season on February 15, with a…

Drumheller team wins top pool honours

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A Drumheller pool team won top honours at one of the largest pool tournaments in Canada.The Busboys, who play in the local Big Country Amusements League, competed at the…

Obituaries

Condolences to the family of Patrick Brann

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December 8, 1964 - May 20, 2025 It is with sadness we announce the passing of Patrick Robert Brann.Patrick, aged 61, passed away at the Foothills Hospital in Calgary,…

Condolences to the family of Donald Roland Cunningham

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November 15, 1933 - March 13, 2021 Don was born November 15, 1933 in Wayne AB and passed away March 13, 2021 in Drumheller. He was married to Flora from 1957 until her…

Condolences to the family of Piera Greaves (Morello)

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April 9, 1946 - May 7, 2025 Piera Morello, 79, passed away peacefully in her sleep on May 7, 2025, in Drumheller, Alberta. A devoted daughter, wife, mother, grandmother,…

Condolences to the family of Jack Anderson

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April 7, 1956 - May 23, 2025 It is with the heaviest of hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Husband, Father and Papa, Jack Anderson, on May 23, 2025. His…